1998 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dodge Ram is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Dodge Ram. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic. 2011 Dodge Ram has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Civic | Ram |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3569 mm |